Copyright Training 2011-2012
Hey, so what's the big deal? Music, print, pictures: they are everywhere and available to all. Why should we be concerned about who they belong to? Copyright law gives protection to works in order to foster creativity and maintain economic control. Ignorance is no excuse! Individuals are liable for copyright infringement even if they didn't mean to break the law.
By completing this tutorial you will
- Be aware of the ethical use of information,
- Understand copyright law and fair use of information,
- Be able to instruct students in the ethical use of information, and
- Complete an MCSD-mandated requirement. (Your electronic signature verifies completion of this tutorial with the district.)
How this site works: There are THREE modules to complete in this tutorial. Click on the first module and read through the information. When finished with each module, close the window and return to this site. Click on the next module and follow this pattern until all modules have been completed. When all have been viewed, click on the COMPLETE COPYRIGHT TRAINING to file your completion with MCSD Central Office.
Having problems understanding copyright, asking for permission to use someone else's work, or not sure if you can use a piece of work in the way you want? Ask your Teacher Librarian for help!
TO COMPLETE THE TRAINING, GO THROUGH THE MODULES LOCATED IN THE LEFT SIDEBAR. ONCE YOU HAVE GONE THROUGH THE THREE MODULES, CLICK "COMPLETE THE TRAINING" AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Disclaimer: This tutorial is for informational purposes only and offers guidelines for the ethical use of information. It is not a substitution for legal opinion.